Forgotten Stars: Seven Former Miami Marlins Who Were All-Stars

"Nicknamed " Mr. Marlin" for a reason, Jeff Conine was an early face of the franchise back in 1993. He earned All-Star selections in back-to-back seasons (1994 and 1995), just one and two years after the team's establishment. In 1995, Conine was named All-Star Game MVP after launching a go-ahead pinch-hit homer in the top of the eighth inning, ultimately leading to a National League victory."

"Before Dempster became a longtime Cubs fan favorite, he was a rising star in South Florida. At just 23 years old, he was named to the 2000 All-Star team while posting a 14-10 record with 209 strikeouts and a 3.36 ERA. Though his Marlins stint was brief (1998-2002), his presence in the organization gave Miami a much-needed innings-eater during a transitional time."

"Benitez's All-Star season in Miami was one of the best of his 15-year career. In 2004, the veteran closer posted a dominant 1.29 ERA and converted 47 of 51 save opportunities, anchoring the bullpen for a team that nearly returned to the postseason. That year marked his second All-Star selection-but the only"

Several former Miami Marlins earned All-Star selections despite often being overlooked. Jeff Conine was an early franchise face nicknamed "Mr. Marlin", earned back-to-back All-Star nods in 1994 and 1995, and won 1995 All-Star Game MVP with a go-ahead pinch-hit homer. Ryan Dempster reached the 2000 All-Star team at 23 after a 14-10 season with 209 strikeouts and a 3.36 ERA, providing innings during 1998–2002. Armando Benitez posted a dominant 1.29 ERA in 2004, converting 47 of 51 saves and anchoring the bullpen during a near-postseason season.

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